Christoph Matthes has led DB Schenker’s Land Transport division in Asia-Pacific since 2022. Following DSV’s acquisition earlier this year, he assumed the role of Regional CEO, Road Asia-Pacific for the combined company, effective 1 May 2025. In his role, Christoph leads the Road business across the region, with a focus on driving strategic growth, advancing operational excellence, and deepening customer partnerships throughout DSV’s transport network in Asia-Pacific. With over two decades of industry experience, Christoph brings a deep understanding of regional dynamics and a track record of transformative leadership.

Badr Abbas is the Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates SkyCargo, leading global cargo operations for the world’s largest international airline. In this role, Badr oversees the division’s 10-year strategic growth plan, ensuring Emirates SkyCargo is a leading partner to the world’s rapidly evolving supply chains, connecting over 140 destinations across six continents, to better facilitate global trade. In his 24-year tenure with the Emirates Group, Badr has held several leadership positions, encompassing various commercial roles which brings a wealth of diverse commercial and aviation experience to his role as DSVP. Badr holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration, as well as a Higher Diploma in Accounting. He has also completed the Impactful Leader’s Program from Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Leadership Development, the Global Business Consortium from the prestigious London Business School, and Emirates Leadership Development Programme from Cranfield School of Management.

Mark Jason Thomas (Jason) is the Chief Executive Officer of MAB Kargo, a fully owned subsidiary of the Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), a position he has held since June 2022. Prior to his appointment as CEO, Jason served as the Chief Commercial Officer of MAB Kargo from 2018.

Jason holds a Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management and brings over 20 years of experience across various leadership roles in international forwarding companies. In the cargo airline sector, he has developed a strong business acumen, with expertise in revenue management, freighter operations, network planning, and ground handling.

Jason’s career in the logistics industry began at the grassroots level as an Operations Executive with a multinational company. Before joining MAB Kargo, he was the Commercial Director of a regional freighter operator. Over the years, Jason has cultivated a robust global network with key industry players, consistently motivating his team to meet customer needs and exceed stakeholder expectations.

Stanislas Brun was appointed Chief Cargo Officer in April 2025, focused on integrating Etihad Cargo’s operations and commercial activities to improve efficiency, elevate service standards and drive sustainable growth. A key priority under his leadership is the enhancement and development of tailored logistics products and services designed to meet the evolving needs of global customers and developing partnerships.

Stanislas is an experienced senior executive with a strong background in global airfreight operations and a deep understanding of the aviation sector. Over his 25-year career, he has successfully developed and executed change management and business development strategies while building high-performance teams across international markets.

Stanislas holds an Executive MBA from Montpellier Business School.

Or Zak started his career in the airfreight industry in 2008 as Manager Air Import for Courier Network at ben Gurion airport in Tel Aviv.

After two years he entered the GSA business working for AD Aviation Servies under the tenure of Business Development Manager.

In 2012 he moved to the UK as Cargo Manager for EL AL and in 2015 became the Managing Director for Global Airline Services (Holland) & Chartair UK.

He joined the Challenge Group in 2022 taking the newly created role of Chief Commercial Officer.
Or holds an MBA degree from Warwick Business School, Warwick University, UK.

With over 25 years in senior airline management roles, Mark Drusch is a well-known figure in the aviation world. He joined Qatar Airways Cargo as Chief Officer Cargo in January 2024. Prior to this, he was SVP Revenue Management, Alliances and Strategy at Qatar Airways where he led the development and implementation of the company’s passenger revenue strategy as well as managing strategic alliances with key partner airlines. In his career, Mark spent 20 years at Delta Air Lines, Continental Airlines and Lufthansa LSG Sky Chefs as Senior Vice President where he led the transformation in commercial airline strategy execution, revenue management, network planning and alliances. In addition, Drusch was CEO and co-founder of e-Rewards and e-Miles, leaders in online panel research and online advertising. Mark leads his highly dedicated teams at Qatar Airways Cargo to deliver the very best air cargo products and services in the industry. Drusch is an animal lover and passionate about animal welfare; he is on the Board of Directors at both Houston and Atlanta Zoo.